RB VCARB 01

RB VCARB 01
Yuki Tsunoda driving a VCARB 01 during free practice of the Chinese Grand Prix.
CategoryFormula One
ConstructorRB
Designer(s)
  • Jody Egginton (Technical director)[1]
  • Paolo Marabini (Chief Designer)[2]
  • Trygve Rangen (Chief Designer)[3]
  • Guru Johl (Head of Aerodynamics)[4]
PredecessorAlphaTauri AT04
Technical specifications
ChassisCarbon-fibre monocoque and Halo safety cockpit protection device[citation needed]
Suspension (front)Multi-link pull-rod actuated dampers and anti-roll bar[5]
Suspension (rear)Double wishbone push-rod springs, dampers, and anti-roll bar[6]
EngineHonda RBPTH002[7]
1.6 L (98 cu in) direct injection V6 turbocharged engine limited to 15,000 rpm in a rear mid-mounted, rear-wheel-drive layout{[8][9]
Electric motorHonda
Kinetic and thermal energy recovery systems[citation needed]
TransmissionRed Bull Technology[10] Hydraulically actuated multiplate[11]
BatteryHonda-Lithium-ion-battery[12]
Power1080hp (805kW)[13]
Weight798 kg (1,759 lbs)[14]
FuelEsso / Mobil Synergy
LubricantsMobil 1
BrakesBrembo 6-piston aluminium-lithium calipers, Brembo carbon discs and carbon pads[15]
TyresPirelli P Zero (Dry)
Pirelli Cinturato (Wet)
ClutchHydraulically-activated carbon multiplate[16]
Competition history
Notable entrantsVisa Cash App RB F1 Team
Notable drivers
Debut2024 Bahrain Grand Prix
Last event2024 Singapore Grand Prix
RacesWinsPodiumsPolesF/Laps
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The RB VCARB 01 is a Formula One car constructed by RB for the 2024 Formula One World Championship. It is the first chassis built and designed by the team. The car has been driven by Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda since the 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix, and will be driven by Liam Lawson for the final six races of the season as a replacement for Ricciardo, who departed the team after the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix. As of the aforementioned Singapore Grand Prix, it has achieved one fastest lap by Ricciardo.

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